Mathew Knowles Questions Tina’s Role In Destiny’s Child — Interview Gets Awkward FAST
The Knowles family drama may be old, but the tension clearly is not.
Mathew Knowles is raising eyebrows after a recent interview moment that many viewers say came off as dismissive toward his ex wife, Tina Knowles.
During an appearance on PIX11 anchor Kendis Gibson’s show Kandid with Kendis, Mathew was promoting his upcoming Destiny’s Child tribute concert. But the conversation took a turn when Gibson praised both Mathew and Tina for their work behind the scenes during the group’s rise.
“You’ve earned your flowers. I said the same thing to Ms. Tina Knowles. You guys put in the work,” Gibson said.
Mathew responded with a question that stunned viewers.
“What work did she put in?”
THE MOMENT THAT STOPPED THE ROOM
Gibson quickly reminded him of Tina’s well documented contributions, including styling the group’s hair, designing their costumes, and shaping their early image when major designers were not yet dressing them.
“Ok, you’re absolutely right, and the styling. The imaging. You’re right,” Mathew acknowledged after the reminder.
Gibson attempted to smooth things over by calling it a joint effort. But moments later, the interview abruptly ended.
“Did I say something wrong?” Gibson asked as Mathew stood up.
The clip quickly made its way across social media, with many fans interpreting the exchange as tension still lingering between the former spouses.
MATHEW RESPONDS
Mathew later said the interview started off on the wrong foot, claiming Gibson arrived late and focused too much on Tina when the segment was meant to spotlight the Destiny’s Child tribute project.
“How it starts is how it ends,” Mathew said, explaining why he chose to wrap the conversation early.
However, an insider disputed his account, saying Gibson was on time and simply acknowledging Tina’s contributions to the group’s success.
WHY THIS MATTERS
Tina Knowles’ role in Destiny’s Child has long been recognized. Before the group became global superstars, she used her beauty salon background and fashion skills to style the members herself, creating coordinated looks that became part of their signature branding.
While Mathew managed the business side and is widely credited with steering the group to international success, many fans believe Tina’s creative influence was equally important in shaping the visual identity that helped launch careers, including that of Beyoncé.
STILL UNRESOLVED?
Mathew and Tina divorced in 2011, but moments like this suggest that old wounds may not be fully healed.
Whether it was a misunderstanding, a defensive reaction, or lingering tension, one thing is clear.
When it comes to Destiny’s Child, the legacy is powerful — and so are the personalities behind it.